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The University of Pittsburgh's Daily Student Newspaper

The Pitt News
The University of Pittsburgh's Daily Student Newspaper

The Pitt News
Pitt volleyball poses with the ACC Championship trophy following their win against Georgia Tech in the Fitzgerald Field House on Saturday, Nov. 30.

Final grades for fall sports teams

By James Carter, Staff Writer • December 2, 2024

For some, the start of finals week means spending hours upon hours studying for exams and working on projects, pulling all-night cram sessions and drinking enough caffeine to drown an elephant. For Pitt’s...

Shoppers manage their bags as they enter a Subway turnstile, Friday, Nov. 29, 2024, in New York.

Editorial | So much for a bad economy

By The Pitt News Editorial Board • December 2, 2024
In a country whose average reading level isn’t above a sixth-grade level, our collective understanding of economic nuance fits on the back of a Target receipt. We must ask the question — was the economy really that bad?
Maya Burns | Staff Illustrator

Opinion | It’s time to say goodbye to closed-note final exams

By Thomas Riley, Opinions Editor • December 2, 2024
Gone are the days of cramming for a two-hour in-person exam and memorizing what I often felt was at least 40% useless information. I believe these days should be gone for everyone.
Sophomore right-side hitter Olivia Babcock (5) prepares to hit the ball during the volleyball game against Georgia Tech in the Fitzgerald Field House on Saturday, Nov. 30.

Pitt volleyball takes home nine All-ACC honors

By Matthew Scabilloni, Assistant Sports Editor • December 2, 2024

Pitt volleyball earned multiple prestigious ACC honors for its performance in the 2024 regular season.  Pitt already earned an outright ACC Championship in conference play by going 19-1. Every Pitt...

Graduate-student guard Damian Dunn (1) shoots the ball during the Pitt men's basketball game against West Virginia in the Petersen Events Center on Friday, Nov. 15.

Panther hoops clawing through national rankings

By Aidan Kasner, Sports Editor • December 2, 2024

At 7-1 through week five of college hoops, Pitt men’s basketball is making their name known as one of the best teams in the country. The Panthers sit at No. 18 in the AP Poll, No. 19 in the Coaches Poll...

Opinion | Why can’t Ariana Grande be a musical theater powerhouse and a pop star?

Opinion | Why can’t Ariana Grande be a musical theater powerhouse and a pop star?

By Grace Longworth, Contributing Editor • December 2, 2024
Grande completely exceeded my expectations and the expectations of critics. So why have so many corners of the internet continued to tear her performance apart over a week after the film’s release?

Opinion | 10 things to look forward to in 2025

By Brynn Murawski, Staff Columnist • December 2, 2024
While it’s important to have a realistic view of our future, it’s also important to have something to look forward to. Here, I have compiled a list of 10 things to look forward to in 2025 for anyone feeling frightened or just dreading leaving 2024 behind.
Sophomore guard Jaland Lowe (15) prepares to dunk the ball during the basketball game against Murray State in the Petersen Events Center on Saturday, Nov. 9.

Takeaways | Pitt men’s basketball on track for strong season, will face road bumps

By Aidan Kasner, Sports Editor • December 1, 2024

Thanksgiving break was a busy time for Pitt men’s basketball, and the Panthers took their opportunity and feasted — even coming back for seconds. Pitt went 2-1 in its three-game stint over the break,...

Pitt volleyball celebrates winning a set during the volleyball game against Georgia Tech in the Fitzgerald Field House on Saturday, Nov. 30.

Takeaways | Pitt volleyball is the team to beat before NCAA Tournament

By Matthew Scabilloni, Assistant Sports Editor • December 1, 2024

Nothing changed for Pitt volleyball over the Thanksgiving break, as it just kept on winning. Pitt went 4-0 over the break with victories over Wake Forest, NC State, No. 3 Louisville and No. 19 Georgia...

First-year forward Lasse Dahl shoots ball against Kansas City on Sunday Dec. 1.

Pitt men’s soccer defeats Kansas City 3-2 in extra time, returning to the Elite Eight

By Alex Porter and Joshua Prescott • December 1, 2024

No. 2 Pitt men’s soccer (14-5-0) triumphed on Sunday evening, knocking Kansas City (14-5-3) out in the Sweet Sixteen 3-2. This is the Panthers' fourth Elite Eight appearance in five years. The match...

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